For what it's worth, Mel, you are doing great. My support in spades. Also know that you are my one and only paid subscription; when I read this I'm even gladder that I did not discontinue it. But when I say support, I mean moral support. I applaud your openness about the tribulations and practicalities around your divorce.
I did the same thing when I was scammed. I recently posted on Substack an open description about this as well as a follow up in the form of an open letter to anyone who has been scammed. (Statistically, this is likely almost everyone nowadays.)
We need to be open about life's challenges, not hide in shame or feelings of defeat. We can share information, we can spread what we know and give each other support. It's a mind-frame that is worth cultivating, and I am happy for your sake that you are able to do this. Please continue to spread your information this way. Love, Maria
I read your posts on the scamming! I have also given people the benefit of the doubt, often with my eyes wide open because I too am curious by nature. This life is a bit of a game after all, and adventures are part of the fun even when they go awry. I'm glad you wrote about all of it! It's cathartic to share and helps process what happened. As a survivor, I've found it's really important to share my story many times. That gives me clarity. And it is my story to share. Thank you for being such a tremendous support. I appreciate you!
Thank you, Melanie, I appreciate you too. I believe we are two of a feather, both of us survivors, both of us willing to give life a go, to experience, to "regroup". I survived 87 years of living with complex trauma; 2 years ago I went through a Shift and I am mostly healed and whole now. Life is a game, an adventure, and curiosity is a great motivator. And I agree, Mel, when you say that it helps to share one's story many times. Why? Because it gives new clarity each time, and we change, so it's not exactly the same person who tells the story each time.
We've been helping a friend move forward and all I can say is thank you so much for speaking up about your situation. You are showing others what is possible. Thank you!
Thank you, Sue! So many women come to me privately and I'm always happy to do what I can to help. That assistance you are providing makes such a huge difference.
We didn't do much. When time came for her move, my husband put the carrier on her car and we loaded it up. Still touching base with her because so much has changed. I want to help her see possibilities. Hope I'm succeeding. And she really loved your column.
That's wonderful to hear! Those small acts of kindness mean so much. It's exhausting doing everything as a single mom, and the fight to get out takes so much from you. Having anyone to ask for help is a blessing.
For what it's worth, Mel, you are doing great. My support in spades. Also know that you are my one and only paid subscription; when I read this I'm even gladder that I did not discontinue it. But when I say support, I mean moral support. I applaud your openness about the tribulations and practicalities around your divorce.
I did the same thing when I was scammed. I recently posted on Substack an open description about this as well as a follow up in the form of an open letter to anyone who has been scammed. (Statistically, this is likely almost everyone nowadays.)
We need to be open about life's challenges, not hide in shame or feelings of defeat. We can share information, we can spread what we know and give each other support. It's a mind-frame that is worth cultivating, and I am happy for your sake that you are able to do this. Please continue to spread your information this way. Love, Maria
I read your posts on the scamming! I have also given people the benefit of the doubt, often with my eyes wide open because I too am curious by nature. This life is a bit of a game after all, and adventures are part of the fun even when they go awry. I'm glad you wrote about all of it! It's cathartic to share and helps process what happened. As a survivor, I've found it's really important to share my story many times. That gives me clarity. And it is my story to share. Thank you for being such a tremendous support. I appreciate you!
Thank you, Melanie, I appreciate you too. I believe we are two of a feather, both of us survivors, both of us willing to give life a go, to experience, to "regroup". I survived 87 years of living with complex trauma; 2 years ago I went through a Shift and I am mostly healed and whole now. Life is a game, an adventure, and curiosity is a great motivator. And I agree, Mel, when you say that it helps to share one's story many times. Why? Because it gives new clarity each time, and we change, so it's not exactly the same person who tells the story each time.
We've been helping a friend move forward and all I can say is thank you so much for speaking up about your situation. You are showing others what is possible. Thank you!
Thank you, Sue! So many women come to me privately and I'm always happy to do what I can to help. That assistance you are providing makes such a huge difference.
We didn't do much. When time came for her move, my husband put the carrier on her car and we loaded it up. Still touching base with her because so much has changed. I want to help her see possibilities. Hope I'm succeeding. And she really loved your column.
That's wonderful to hear! Those small acts of kindness mean so much. It's exhausting doing everything as a single mom, and the fight to get out takes so much from you. Having anyone to ask for help is a blessing.
I'm so sorry you went through this but so glad you are out the other side! <3
Thank you, friend! I feel like these moments try to pull me back to the bad place but my life is tremendously better now. It's just money after all.
Melanie! I had no idea this is what you are dealing with….hang in there….one day at a time.
Thanks! It has been a lot of years of one day at a time but my life is so much better now.